Logistics

Soy Trade in Disarray as Major Exporter Turns to Imports

November 14, 2018

The world of soybean shipping has turned upside down thanks to the ongoing trade war between China and the United States.

Kellogg Is the Latest Food Company Looking to Shed Brands

November 14, 2018

SupplyChainBrain

Kellogg is looking for buyers of its cookies and fruit snacks businesses as the cereal maker seeks to refocus on the fast-growing parts of its business.

Pot in Armored Trucks: Brink's Co. Is Turning Into a Cannabis Play

November 12, 2018

Bloomberg

Brink’s Co., best known for its armored trucks, may have just turned itself into a derivative pot play.

More Manufacturers Are Leaving China to Dodge Trump's Duties

November 9, 2018

Bloomberg

Companies on the mainland making everything from car parts to cameras are lining up other production facilities across Southeast Asia.

Alibaba Goes International to Hit New Singles' Day Record

November 9, 2018

Bloomberg

The Chinese internet giant is looking beyond borders to turn its annual Singles’ Day shopping celebration into a global phenomenon.

China Turns to Russia in Search to Replace U.S. Soybeans

November 9, 2018

Bloomberg

The two countries are also planning to work more closely on other agriculture products, including rice, pork, poultry, fish, and to develop logistics.

Podcast | The Ups and Downs of the Global Shipping Industry

November 9, 2018

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

For the ocean shipping business today, it’s tough enough navigating the rough waters caused by economic cycles. But do carriers sometimes make their own waves?

FedEx to Lift Prices Twice Inflation Rate

November 8, 2018

Bloomberg

FedEx will boost most prices by an average of 4.9 percent starting in January, more than double the expected rate of U.S. inflation next year, as freight demand surges.

FedEx CEO Stares Down Threat From Amazon's Own Delivery Network

November 7, 2018

Bloomberg

FedEx Corp. Chief Executive Officer Fred Smith isn’t sweating Amazon.com Inc.’s move to expand its own delivery network.

Logistics Hiring Contributes 10 Percent of October U.S. Job Growth

November 7, 2018

The Wall Street Journal

Hiring in the transportation and warehousing sector soared in October as employers heading into peak shipping season added 24,800 jobs.

Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during local and global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics and cargo solutions to power their supply chains.